Car Hire Bautzen
Mini guide to Bautzen
BautzenBautzen is one of those few cities which have their medieval history preserved and the city has an exclusive mix of traditional buildings and natural settings. This city is bestowed with the honor of an asteroid named after it. Bautzen is also regarded as an important cultural center for the Sorbs.
Bautzen has been a significant town in German history. Founded in 1002, this city came under the Polish rule for a few years after which it became the site of the Napoleanic War. Having completed over 1000yrs, this city was infamous for the Battle of Bautzen and its penitentiaries.
Found in the far eastern region of Germany, Bautzen is located on the banks of Spree River in the state of Eastern Saxony and is considered the unofficial capital of Upper Lusatia. The population of 42,189 is spread over an area of 66.63 km² at an elevation of 204m.
A well linked city with good road and rail transport. Lies at the center of artillery roads like B6, B96 and near Autobahn A4 this town is easily reachable by road. With 4 train stations near it and the airport at a distance of 46.66Km Bautzen can be accessed easily.
This town can be surveyed by taking a walk around to see the evolution of the buildings from medieval ages to the current times. Other than that option, rented cars and city buses are also available for public transport.
The city reflects the German and Sorbian cultures in the medieval ages and quite a few places are worth mentioning. These include The Reichenturm which is a steep tower, Ortenburg Castle, The Old Waterworks which is the landmark of Bautzen, Saint Peter's Cathedral and Hexenhaus (Witch's House) which is the oldest preserved building.
Package tours are available for visitors which allow an expert guide to lead the tourist group to understand the history and culture of Bautzen.
The hottest month of Bautzen is July with a temperature of 22°C and coldest months are December and January -1°C.
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